FirstGroup has named one its DAF-powered Temsa Safari coaches after Paul Lawrie ‘Aberdeen’s most celebrated golfer.’ The Aberdeen-based group is one of the sponsors of Lawrie, who won the Qatar Masters two weeks ago.
Big Five bus market share of 70% grown by 14% on last year, shows new TAS report Stagecoach is fast approaching FirstGroup’s lead on market share of the UK bus industry, according to a report […]
TSC to investiagte Competition Commission’s report into bus industry The Transport Select Committee (TSC) is to undertake an inquiry into the Competition Commission’s (CC) report on the local bus services market.
The National Final of the UK Bus Driver of the Year (BDoY) competition will take place in Blackpool on Sunday, September 9, and entries are now being invited from operators which have regularly supported the […]
FirstGroup has come under fire from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) for claiming its buses are “low emission” on its TV advertisement. The ad claimed, “We [heart symbol] low emissions” and printed on the screen: […]
First Glasgow is now displaying QR codes at bus stops across Greater Glasgow to help customers instantly access its website when on the move. First customers can now scan a QR (Quick Response) code at […]
FirstGroup have warned that a north-south divide is opening up in its UK bus business, with growth slowing in Scotland and northern England. The Aberdeen-based operator blamed the weak economy and lower consumer spending in […]
First is withdrawing its services from Bury St Edmunds with effect from March 31, 2012. It will axe all routes in the town and close the depot. Staff have been informed about the moves but […]
City council considers following Boris Johnson’ lead over controversial artics Talks are being held about how to replace York’s controversial ftr buses, after the city’s council leader confirmed they are to be axed. The Labour […]
Operator recognised for work in helping unemployed back to work in Bristol While UK unemployment has risen to 2.64 million, the highest level since 1994, FirstGroup has been named Employer of the Year in recognition […]
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